kbgirl Posted October 14, 2004 Posted October 14, 2004 yeah i drink at weekends sometimes i get drunk somtimes i dont but im only a white belt and in my teens so i thought as a get older i can cut down or cut it out or when i rank higher in belts what do u think Sorry... I HAVE to state the obvious. If you're in your teens, you really should not be drinking at all. In fact, I think being in MA should give you a good excuse not to give in to the peer pressure of drinking alcohol in social situations. Just tell them it's because you're training and taking care of your body. You've got a good out there... Rank: Low-Black
foreveryoung001 Posted October 14, 2004 Posted October 14, 2004 yeah i drink at weekends sometimes i get drunk somtimes i dont but im only a white belt and in my teens so i thought as a get older i can cut down or cut it out or when i rank higher in belts what do u think Sorry... I HAVE to state the obvious. If you're in your teens, you really should not be drinking at all. In fact, I think being in MA should give you a good excuse not to give in to the peer pressure of drinking alcohol in social situations. Just tell them it's because you're training and taking care of your body. You've got a good out there... Grrrrr. the voice of reason. Why do have to spoil all of the fun? Just kiddin' I agree 100% woth kbgirl! Student: "Why did you hit that guy with a chair? Why didn't you use your karate?"Master: "Hitting him with a chair was the only karate I could think of at the time."Lesson: Practice until you don't have to think.
Beiner Posted October 14, 2004 Posted October 14, 2004 Why shouldnt you drink in your teens. It is legal, depending on where you live, and if done responsibly it makes no difference what so ever
sapper6 Posted October 14, 2004 Posted October 14, 2004 yeah, how about after your 9 old finally gets his black belt...? i think a few cold ones are a great way to celebrate with him! LOL! (loads of humor intended)
ang_soo_do_guy Posted October 15, 2004 Author Posted October 15, 2004 yeah thats what i do i have red wine and only time i drink is on occasions like a barbeque or speacial occasions like weddings but somtimes i go over board if the lads get together but is it a good way that im cutting down by higher in rank i go and fitter im becoming i cut down so some occasions i wont drink "learning a martial art is like tuning a string instrument. tune the strings too hard and they will snap tune them too little and it will not play but tune it right and you will have music for a lifetime"-anonomous
tommarker Posted October 15, 2004 Posted October 15, 2004 I train at a college club... enough said I'm no longer posting here. Adios.
Rich67 Posted October 15, 2004 Posted October 15, 2004 Here we go: I agree with the others as far as if you are in your teens you shouldn't be drinking booze. First off, look here: http://www.youthrights.org/dastatelist.html You'll see 21 is the legal age for alcohol consumption pretty much everywhere in the US, with RARE exceptions. Of course, no one really obeys the law. So if you drink, and CHOOSE to, here's my 2 cents: 1) The only booze beneficial to drink would be certain varieites of wine for their antioxidant properties. Otherwise...what's the point? To help have a good time when you are unable to because you are socially * otherwise? 2) A good portion of alcoholic beverages are laden with calories and carbohydrates which will make you fat. They don't call it a "beer belly" for nothing. This is further exascerbated by lowering your metabolism and reducing the body's ability to uptake nutrients efficiently. 3) Although I see nothing wrong with the periodic drink now and then if you are OF LEGAL AGE, everything done in moderation is fine. I DO have a problem with "binge drinking", or drinking to the point of vomiting. Not only are you poisoning your body, but you are opening yourself up to the potential of alcoholism if you are inclined to it. Bottom line: If you are serious about your art, discipline, and want to remain healthy, moderate your alcohol intake. Never drink and drive and KNOW WHEN TO STOP. Maintain discipline in your personal life as well as in the dojo, and you will find alcohol is an unecessary evil. It really serves no purpose other than a crutch for weak people to lean on in order to cope with day-to-day issues. Mixed Martial Artist
foreveryoung001 Posted October 15, 2004 Posted October 15, 2004 They don't call it a "beer belly" for nothing. I got a kick out this line with Homer Simpson as your avatar Student: "Why did you hit that guy with a chair? Why didn't you use your karate?"Master: "Hitting him with a chair was the only karate I could think of at the time."Lesson: Practice until you don't have to think.
47MartialMan Posted October 16, 2004 Posted October 16, 2004 Ok, how many teens, or those who were teens, had nevered consumed alcohol? Let he who has not, cast the first bottle.
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